Spanish giants Barcelona are reportedly eager on signing Chelsea left-back Marcos Alonso in the summertime.
The Spanish worldwide has repeatedly, up to now, been linked with a return to his residence nation, however his latest type for the Blues underlines his significance for Thomas Tuchle’sside.
He scored at Outdated Trafford in midweek as Chelsea settled for a 1-1 draw in opposition to Manchester United, and has been an everyday ever since Ben Chilwell picked a critical harm late 2021.
The 31-year-old is now reported to be a goal for Xavi Hernandez’s males, alongside three different gamers.
Extra on Marcos Alonso. He is respectful with Chelsea – however his precedence is to come back again to Spain this summer season. Barcelona have already began direct contacts to discover intentions and potential worth. 🇪🇸 #FCB
He is a critical candidate amongst 3/4 choices for the brand new Barça left again.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 1, 2022
Alonso has a yr left on his present contract with the Blues, however lately insisted he’s completely satisfied on the membership.
“Chelsea is my residence now. It has change into the membership of my life. I’ll at all times have these recollections, and I’ll at all times have Chelsea in my thoughts.” he mentioned.
Including; “We wish to be up there preventing for the title. We should be there subsequent yr, maintain this way away and do higher at residence. We’re nonetheless attempting to compete 100 per cent this season, it’s vital to be preventing each week, be prepared for the FA Cup last and end in third place.”
The Catalans have additionally been linked with two different Blues; Cezar Azpilicueta and Andreas Christensen.